BD+C
OCTOBER 2, 2019
Human migration towards city centers has triggered massive building booms all over the world. With stress on resources and space from rapid urbanization, new forms of green building construction must be explored. Mass timber construction offers viable eco-conscious solutions to the traditional multi-story, concrete or steel apartment blocks.
Viewpoint Construction Technology
OCTOBER 2, 2019
How a modern technology approach can drive smarter, more streamlined projects - boosting profitability.
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Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Regina McMichael teaches safety training and will be offering three presentations at Conexpo, March 10-14 in Las Vegas. She shares five key ways to change safety training and make it more effective. 1.
Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 4, 2019
Commercial construction was reported at $85 billion in 2017, up 11% from 2016, according to the lastest FMI Insights and Expertise report. Construction is booming, yet miscommunication, equipment and crew management slip-ups, jobsite safety and certification issues, last-minute added costs, and delays are still rampant on the jobsite.
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The future of construction is sustainable, efficient, and cost-conscious. This guide offers a practical roadmap for reducing material waste, optimizing energy use, and integrating sustainable design principles. Discover how innovative construction firms are leveraging circular economy strategies, digital tracking, and energy-smart building solutions to reduce expenses and stay ahead of regulatory shifts.
Job Order Contracting
OCTOBER 4, 2019
BIM (Building Information Modeling) is the efficient management of the life-cycle of the built environment supported by digital technology. It’s important to not that “3D” or “3D visualization” is not include in this core definition of BIM. BIM can provide huge benefits to the stakeholders in all phases of the building process – Planning; Design; Construction; and Operations and Maintenance.
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Construction Dive
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Construction remains one of the top five industries driving the world economy. Yet until recently, it’s been lagging behind virtually every other sector in the adoption of technology.
Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Unfortunately, there’s currently a Catch-22 within the industry: construction managers, project managers and experienced tradespeople are aging out of their jobs and need to groom their successors before they leave. Fortunately, mentorships can prevent valuable knowledge being lost. .
Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 30, 2019
The consistent delivery of quality repair, renovation, maintenance, and new construction projects on-time, on-budget, and to everyone’s satisfaction is routine for facilities management professionals with appropriate leadership skills and competency. LEAN construction delivery systems assure high performance and full financial visibility. Successful implementation, however, requires the integration of new managerial operating approaches.
Business Facilities
OCTOBER 4, 2019
Trade wars may come and go, but U.S. ports are in it for the long haul: expanding their services and dredging harbors to make way for ships carrying gigantic containers. - Read: U.S. Ports: Sizing Up The Logistics Industry at BusinessFacilities.com.
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Take your construction business to the next level with our comprehensive 2025 funding guide! Whether you're managing seasonal cash flow challenges, dealing with unexpected equipment repairs, or planning to scale your operations, securing the right funding is essential for success. This guide explores a range of fast and flexible financing options tailored for construction businesses.
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 4, 2019
The process, rolled out this week, could put increased emphasis on the Fatal Four, a former Department of Labor official said.
Construction Business Owner
OCTOBER 2, 2019
Every modern company needs a vendor-payments strategy. That applies doubly for construction companies because the industry’s payment challenges are bigger than ever. And so are its opportunities. Payments are at the center of two critical areas of the construction business—vendor relationships and job progress. Getting strategic about how you pay can make a big impact.
Lets Build
OCTOBER 1, 2019
Basics of construction cost estimating In the construction industry, one of the main challenges is managing building projects that have unique features and requirements. However, all projects have elements things in common: a scope of work, a time schedule, and a budget. Construction cost estimation is a fundamental skill for engineering firms and contractors since.
BD+C
OCTOBER 2, 2019
As part of a $1.2 billion capital improvement program for Temple University’s Main Campus, the school commissioned Stantec and Snøhetta to design a new library to replace the existing 1960s facility.
Speaker: Dylan Secrest
Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 4, 2019
Certain areas of the country are enjoying an added boost from the current construction boom. Here are some of the top projects in the most active states.
Construction Equipment
OCTOBER 4, 2019
An arch bridge over a bay in eastern Taiwan collapsed on Tuesday, causing an oil tanker to fall onto boats in the water below. The video shows the truck driving across the nearly 500-foot-long bridge, and can be seen nearly reaching the end when the structure gives way.
Lets Build
OCTOBER 2, 2019
We are excited to announce our partnership with construction industry experts, René Christiansen, Leif Ølgaard and Michael Schierbeck in order to help our customers combine their digital transformation with outside assistance in driving, changing and anchoring their digital processes. Over the past 5 ½ years, we have grown from 5 to 125 people with customers.
BD+C
OCTOBER 1, 2019
The 1.2-million-sf shopping mall Rosedale Center in Roseville, Minn., yesterday disclosed its plans for a $100 million-plus expansion that will add a hotel, grocery, multifamily housing, fitness centers, restaurants, coworking spaces, more retail, and a medical office building.
Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System
Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 1, 2019
Conditions for re-opening the $2.3 billion project — a joint venture of Skanska USA, Granite Construction and The Lane Construction Corp. — could include increased inspections or even an independent safety monitor, according to a construction attorney.
Green Industry Professionals
SEPTEMBER 30, 2019
Press conference set for Oct.
Natural Building
OCTOBER 4, 2019
In Detroit colorful little homes are intended to help solve desperate urban problems. “Every single house is different on purpose,” said the Rev. Faith Fowler, the executive director of Cass Community Social Services , a nonprofit group that is building the two dozen tiny homes. Low-income adults, including people formerly homeless or incarcerated, are moving into the compound.
BD+C
OCTOBER 3, 2019
“No more black boxes!” That’s how Mark Schwettmann, AIA, of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, summarizes one of the trends influencing recent convention center construction and renovation. . Schwettmann managed his firm’s architectural work on the newly completed $551 million, 244,914-sf addition to San Francisco’s Moscone Center. His shorthand signifies that clients want these massive event spaces, which in the past have tended to isolate conventioneers, to bring more of their surrounding environ
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Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning directly impact construction project outcomes. Inaccurate projections lead to cost overruns and delays. This guide outlines best practices for financial discipline, including forecasting methodologies, resource allocation strategies, and risk mitigation frameworks. Industry leaders recognize that precise financial control is essential for profitability and project stability.
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 1, 2019
Even though business has never been better for many contractors, there are signs that the construction industry may be in for a downturn, economists say.
Construction Equipment
SEPTEMBER 30, 2019
Three Dutch organizations have teamed up to create a printer capable of printing continuous glass- or carbon fiber-reinforced thermoplastics, according to Arch Paper.
Contractor Magazine
OCTOBER 2, 2019
Tim McGuire and Davide Thiemecke discuss emotional intelligence in field service.
BD+C
OCTOBER 3, 2019
“Bad libraries build collections, good libraries build services, great libraries build communities.” . That statement by R. David Lankes, a professor at Syracuse University’s School of Information Studies, was a bit controversial when he tweeted it back in February of 2012. . But now, in July of 2019, it seems as though many architects and designers agree; a library should go beyond being just a collection of books, and instead become all-inclusive community learning centers (with the key word h
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Grow Leads & Visibility! Contractors need more than word-of-mouth. A strong website boosts visibility, draws in leads, showcases skills, and enhances your credibility. Learn how a quality site, that is easy to manage, can set you apart from the competition, and help can take your construction business to the next level. Marketpath is a leading provider of high-quality website solutions tailored for contractors and the construction industry.
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 2, 2019
Construction leaders and industry experts look to a range of signs when trying to accurately forecast the future for their businesses.
Green Industry Professionals
SEPTEMBER 30, 2019
Picking up dog poop is up there in the least desirable activities. Now, a series of services can relieve you of that duty.
Contractor Magazine
SEPTEMBER 30, 2019
In today’s pressure cooker economy and labor (or lack thereof) market, managing your assets effectively is the end you should strive for.
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